Magick Broom Costume Photography – Green Screen Technology

The main event here is simple and wonderfully silly: you put on a witch costume, pose on a broom, and let green-screen editing send you flying over Salem, moon craters, rainbows, historic sights, or a stormy cemetery. Your session ends with 15 digital witch portraits, not just a quick snapshot.

I like the clean, ready-to-use costumes and the staff help with dressing, posing, and editing. I also like having real control over the final look, since you choose three poses and five backdrops from several distinct galleries. The main drawback is price: at $129 per person, this is a short photo session, and extras such as a black cat cost more.

Key points at a glance

• A 40-minute solo photo experience: The activity has a maximum of one participant, so the attention stays on your costume, pose, and final images.
• Three poses and five backdrops: You select your favorite flying positions and combine them with scenes from the chosen gallery.
• Three very different visual styles: Pick detailed moon scenes, bright skies with local landmarks, or dark clouds and cemetery settings.
• Costume help is included: You receive one dress or robe, cape, and hat, with a personal stylist to help you dress.
• The final product is digital: Your complete gallery contains 15 finished portraits, useful for sharing or saving as a Salem keepsake.
• Plan for add-on costs: Hair styling, makeup, wigs, footwear, and a black cat are not included.

Your witch flight begins on Essex Street

You meet at 172 Essex Street in Salem, a central location for a day of witch-themed sightseeing. The activity returns to this same meeting point, so you do not need to arrange a second pickup or find your way to a separate photo delivery point.

The session lasts about 40 minutes. That sounds leisurely, but the actual posing can be quick. One customer described the broom shoot itself as lasting only about three minutes, with much of the appointment taken up by choosing clothes, preparing the setup, and explaining the process. Go in ready to make decisions rather than expecting a long studio portrait session.

The maximum group size is listed as one person. That makes this a good choice if you want the attention on your own portraits, though it also means this particular format is not designed as a shared session. Family and group photography has been available at Witch Pix, but you should confirm the correct product if you want several people in the same booking.

Choosing the costume

A personal stylist helps you select and put on one witch costume. The included outfit consists of a dress or robe, cape, and hat. The available clothing has been described as clean, easy to access, and varied enough to give you options in color and style.

That styling help matters more than it may sound. Green-screen portraits work best when the costume reads clearly against the background, and the cape and hat create strong shapes in a flying pose. You do not need to arrive with a complete costume in your suitcase.

The included outfit does not cover hair styling, makeup, wigs, or footwear. You can bring your own finishing touches, but the supplied details do not promise a full makeover. If polished hair or theatrical makeup is important to your final images, allow time to handle that before arriving.

You also do not need to worry about finding a broom. The entire concept is built around the broom flight pose, with the final image created during editing rather than through a real outdoor flight setup.

The green-screen photo session

After dressing, you work with a photographer who guides your poses in front of the green screen. This is the part where the experience can feel a little brisk. You are not wandering through a large attraction or taking dozens of casual pictures. You are making a small set of clear poses that can be placed into several finished scenes.

The photographer and editor are included in the price. That is important because the final quality depends on more than the costume. Your posture, hand position, cape placement, and broom angle all affect how convincing the finished flying portrait looks.

You choose three favorite poses from the shoot. You also choose five backdrops from one of the themed flying galleries. The stated package produces a complete digital gallery with 15 witch-flying portraits, giving you several combinations of pose and setting.

I would listen closely to the posing instructions and avoid rushing the selection. A small change in arm position or the way you angle your hat can make one image feel much more natural than another. The staff has been praised for explaining the process clearly and for helping people who do not usually enjoy having their picture taken.

Three backdrop galleries, three moods

The backdrop choice is one of the best parts of the experience because it lets you decide what kind of Salem memory you want. The three collections are not minor color changes. Each has a separate mood.

Celestial Moon Gallery

The Celestial Moon Gallery focuses on close moon detail, including visible craters and shifting color tones. These scenes suit you if you want a classic night-flight image with a serious, moody feel.

This option is probably the strongest fit for a traditional witch portrait. The moon gives the broom pose an obvious visual reason, and the darker setting should keep attention on your face, costume, and silhouette.

Magick Avenue Gallery

Magick Avenue uses lighter skies, pastel colors, and rainbows. It can also place you above recognizable local attractions, along with historic and Hollywood-themed sites.

Choose this collection if you want something cheerful and playful rather than mysterious. It may also be the best choice for a family keepsake or a portrait intended for social media, since the brighter colors and local references give the finished images a lighter tone.

The exact attractions available can vary by the gallery selection, so the supplied information does not promise a specific landmark in every finished portrait. Ask to see the available options before making your five choices.

The Dark Side Gallery

The Dark Side is the most dramatic option. It uses night skies, heavy clouds, reflections, and a storm-filled cemetery.

This is the choice for a classic spooky Salem look. The cemetery and storm effects should suit a darker costume and a more theatrical pose, though the setting may feel less cheerful for young children or anyone hoping for a bright souvenir.

You are selecting five backdrops from the gallery you choose, not necessarily mixing all three collections. Think about the overall style first. A consistent set of moonlit portraits may look better together than five scenes with very different moods.

What you receive for $129

The price is $129 per person. That is a lot for roughly 40 minutes, especially when the actual broom posing may be short. You are paying for more than time in front of a camera, however. The fee includes costume use, a stylist, a photographer, green-screen editing, your chosen gallery, and 15 finished digital portraits.

The value depends on what you want from a Salem souvenir. If you only want one quick photograph, this will feel expensive. If you want a polished set of themed images and enjoy dress-up, the price becomes easier to justify.

The digital gallery also gives you more use than a single printed photo. You can save the portraits, share them, or keep them as a personal record of your Salem visit. The final images are the main product, so this is best viewed as a creative photo package rather than a sightseeing tour.

There can be extra charges. Hair, makeup, wigs, and footwear are not included. One participant also paid $20 to add a black cat to the pictures. That add-on was considered costly, though the fee supports local animal shelters. Ask about all available extras before you begin so the final bill does not surprise you.

How the appointment feels for different ages

The activity works for adults, teenagers, and children. An eight-year-old’s birthday visit included a solo broom shoot and a group photo session, while another appointment made a memorable outing for a grandmother and granddaughter. The appeal is not limited to serious history fans or experienced models.

For children, the costume and broom idea provide an easy theme. For adults, the stylist and photographer can make the process less awkward, especially if you dislike having your picture taken. The staff has received strong praise for being kind, professional, and patient during dressing, photographing, and changing back out of the costume.

The appointment is also a good choice for a solo birthday treat, a parent and child outing if the correct group product is booked, or a Salem trip built around playful photo opportunities. It is less suitable if you want a long attraction with lots of sets, a full beauty makeover, or a detailed tour of Salem history.

The activity calls for a moderate level of physical fitness. That does not mean you need athletic ability, but you should be comfortable holding poses and following instructions during the session. Service animals are allowed, and the meeting point is near public transportation.

Booking around Salem’s busy seasons

This experience is often reserved about 56 days ahead. That is a useful planning clue, especially if your visit falls during Salem’s popular autumn period. I would book early if the photo session is important to your itinerary.

You receive confirmation at booking, and mobile tickets are accepted. The experience is offered in English. Since the session lasts only about 40 minutes, it can fit neatly between other Salem plans, but leave enough time to arrive at 172 Essex Street without cutting it close.

The free cancellation policy is practical. You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the start time. Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours ahead are not accepted for a refund, and the cut-off follows Salem local time.

What the strongest praise tells you

The most consistent strength is the staff. People who had trouble with ordinary photo sessions still felt helped by the dressers and photographers. The process is organized, the costumes are kept clean, and the staff explains what will happen.

The final editing also earns strong approval. One participant received special handling for a personal request and was especially pleased with the finished images. That suggests it is worth asking politely if you have a simple pose or editing request, though you should not assume every custom idea is included.

Another clear strength is the age range. A grandparent, teenager, child, and adult can all find a reason to enjoy this. The activity turns a costume into a finished souvenir, so the memory is not only the few minutes spent posing.

The main weakness is the cost relative to the short shoot. Add-ons can push the price higher, and the package does not include hair, makeup, wigs, or footwear. You are paying for editing and the complete gallery, not for an extended photography lesson or a full salon service.

Who should book the broom flight

I would recommend this to you if you enjoy playful photos, want a distinctly Salem souvenir, or are looking for a short activity that works for several generations. It is especially appealing if you like having a professional handle the editing, since the finished flying effect would be hard to create with an ordinary phone camera.

It is also a good fit for someone who feels uncomfortable in front of a camera. The staff provides direction, and the costume gives your hands and body something to do. You do not need to invent a character from scratch.

I would think twice if you are watching every dollar, dislike staged portraits, or expect a full afternoon attraction. The session is brief, and the extra black cat option, along with any beauty or footwear needs, can increase the total.

Should you book Magick Broom Costume Photography?

Book it if you want a polished, funny, unmistakably Salem keepsake and you are happy to pay for a short, edited portrait package. Choose Celestial Moon for a classic witch image, Magick Avenue for bright local color, or The Dark Side for stormy cemetery drama.

Skip it if one quick photo is enough or if you expect costume styling from head to toe. For the right person, the value is in the 15 finished images, the staff support, and the chance to see yourself flying over a moon, rainbow sky, or haunted cemetery.

FAQ

Where does the experience begin?

It begins at 172 Essex Street, Salem, Massachusetts 01970.

Where does the activity end?

The activity ends back at the meeting point on Essex Street.

How long does the experience last?

It lasts approximately 40 minutes.

How many people can take part in this activity?

The listed maximum is one traveler.

What does the costume include?

One costume per customer includes a dress or robe, cape, and hat. A personal stylist helps you dress.

Are hair styling and makeup included?

No. Hair styling, makeup, wigs, and footwear are not included.

How many finished portraits do I receive?

Your complete digital gallery includes 15 witch-flying portraits. You choose three poses and five backdrops for the final images.

What are the backdrop choices?

You can choose from the Celestial Moon Gallery, Magick Avenue Gallery, or The Dark Side Gallery. The first focuses on detailed moon scenes, the second on bright skies and local attractions, and the third on dark skies, clouds, reflections, and a storm-filled cemetery.